At first, I didn't want to jump into this discussion. It is well said by everyone and had valid points either way. I am working in the IT (Information Technology) field for more than 25 years, and while security is not my primary responsibility, I may give some advice.
Scams target people of all backgrounds, ages and income levels across the world. There's no one group of people who are more likely to become a victim of a scam, all of us may be vulnerable to a scam at some time. Scams succeed because they look like the real thing and catch you off guard when you’re not expecting it. Scammers are getting smarter and taking advantage of new technology, new products or services, and major events to create believable stories that will convince you to give them your money or personal details.
Be smart and protect yourself! Be alert (not to be confused with the ship Alert
) to the fact that scam exists. When dealing with people or businesses, in any shape or way, always consider the possibility that the approach may be a scam. Remember, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. There is something called SMP (Suggested Manufacturer Price). It is usually comprised of many factors including material cost, labor cost and ...you are correct, revenues!!! Just think for a moment: why would I spend money to made goods, sell those goods without returning at least what I have invested in??? If selling price it drastically low than the MSP tag, think twice!
Know who you are dealing with. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a business, take some time to do a bit more research. Do a Google image search on photos or search the internet for others who may have had dealings with them. In the USA we have an organization BBB (link below). It is the Better Business Bureau. You can check the business and their ratings.
BBB helps consumers and businesses in the United States and Canada. Find trusted BBB Accredited Businesses. Get BBB Accredited. File a complaint, leave a review, report a scam.
www.bbb.org
Be careful when shopping online. Beware of offers that seem too good to be true, and always use an online shopping service that you know and trust. Think twice before using virtual currencies (like Bitcoin) - they do not have the same protections as other transaction methods, which means you can’t get your money back once you send it. Consult your credit card institution to find out the level of protection they offer. Use PayPal whenever possible.
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